Transporters!!!

How do you decide which ground transporter to use for your precious pet(s).

When we first started eight years ago not many companies provided ground transportation. The industry as a whole was unstructured and unregulated. Every company operating had their own way of moving pets around the country. Getting information about how to do this safely and the necessary insurances were difficult and very expensive. It was a trial and error process.  Insulating vehicles for winter months, AC units that could survive the excessive heat of 110 degrees, dogs that won't eat while in transit, pets that stress, are just a few issues a transporter should and must think about when deciding they want to be "Pet Transporters".

Once the economy started to head south those with a vehicle, didn't matter what type of vehicle, decided this was a "EASY JOB" and a quick way to make money. Many spent that $4.99 a month to throw up a quick website, strapped a crate in the back of their SUV or pickup and dubbed themselves, "Pet Transporters".  Every spring and fall some 30 to 50 "new companies" spring up. Within weeks most fall by the wayside. Usually after that first trip out when they realize its a 24 hour/7 day a week job with no time off once you hit the road. As long as pets are on the vehicle, the transporter is on duty.

So what are the differences between a dog hauler and a Professional transporter? Professionals will provide written estimates, invoices, contracts, emergency care forms, They know how to handle the varies forms of weather across this country. What to do when a pet won't eat, or stress beyond any typical calming methods. Professionals also have the license, certifications, and insurance.
Want to test them on their professionalism, ask them to provide a "Certificate of Insurance" for their care and custody of your pets. 

The other thing to know is there are different types of tranpsorters. Some offer just "Private Rides". Private rides are great, its direct transportation from pickup to delivery. The pets typically have more freedom within the vehicle. Private Rides are very expensive. Charges are charged on a per mile/per pet basis. Puppy transporters, that deal strickly with puppies. While others deal mostly with hunting dogs, rescue dogs and show dogs.

We at Precious Pets Transport have done a a mixure of each. The bulk of our transports are private rides and shared rides with pets whose families are relocating to new cities. After eight years we've taken the time to learn, change and implement what is necessary to provide safe, comfortable rides for your "Precious Pets". Remember the ride should always be "All about the Pets."

To Fly or Not to FLy. What else is there?

Its All About The Precious Pets!!

To fly or not to fly your pet is usually a personal preference. Speed and cost are two main factors most feel is a plus. Traveling this way means purchasing a secure crate, getting the proper "Health Certificate", getting to the airport, going through security, and on the flip side retrieving your pet.
Is this a good means to transport your pet? Only you can decide that. Ask anyone and you'll get many different reasons pro and con. Small pets and puppies that fit under seats for travel is an ideal way to transport these small fragile loved ones.
Some things to check for when booking a flight for your pet. What happens if your pet(s) get bumped from the flight? What is their weather policy? What happens if your pet freaks out going through security? Remember unless the pet is small enough to fly under your seat, their seats are not as luxurious as the one your sitting in.
There are pets that just cannot fly, due to health, age, temperament. What happens then? The other options is “Ground Transportation”. Specialized specifically for your precious pets. Traveling by ground gives your pets a secure crate, walks throughout the day, food according to their feeding schedule, meds included.
In rare occurrences where the pet has issues with traveling the transporter can contact you, make that immediate decision for vet care if required. Hard to have a vet check your pet at 30,000 ft.
Ground transport is great for pets that stress, pets with health issues, and senior pets. True professional ground transporters provide a stable, comfortable, and supervised means to get your pets to their new locations.

It takes longer and it can cost more than the traditional air transport. Taking into account most ground transports come fully equipped with crates its an expense you don’t need to content with, especially if you have more than one pet moving.
You also don't need to get your pet out of its crate at the airport, taking the "flight risk".

Just one main factor to weight when it time to move your “Precious Pets”.
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